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Geneva Centre for Autism International Symposium

November 11th - 13th, 2020

Sponsorship Opportunities

#AUTISM2020VIRTUAL CONFERENCE

Geneva Centre for Autism’s International Symposium brings together over 1,300 professionals, researchers, educators, parents, and service providers from around the world to learn about the latest research and clinical practices in the field of autism! We’ve been holding this conference since 1986 and the autism community relies on us to hear the most up-to-date information from internationally renowned speakers.

This important event would not be possible without the support of caring corporate partners. By partnering with Geneva Centre for Autism you play an important role in helping create new possibilities for children, youth and adults with autism. You will also benefit from significant brand exposure and the opportunity to connect with our 1,300 delegates to showcase your products and services.

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29,000+ (61% increase VS the year before) unique sessions on symposium.autism.net

~ 1,000 (increased 5% VS prior year) participants attended 72% of participants are professionals

Professional portfolio includes:• educators• researchers• clinicians• physicians• students • caregivers of individuals with ASD

#AUTISM2018 Feedback

“Amazing speakers, including those who have been diagnosed on the spectrum, struggle with many of life's challenges yet still have a very successful and meaningful life. Simply wonderful!”

“Well organized. Enjoyed the speakers I saw. Information was very pertinent to my practice.”

“Extremely organized for the amount of people attending the conference. A wide variety of speakers allowed for vast continuing education possibilities.”

“FANTASTIC!!!! As a parent of a child with autism and a mental health professional, I found this profoundly helpful. I was so inspired by the abilities/strengths-based perspective and really appreciated the active involvement of people with lived experience as co-presenters.”

“Fantastic. I learn so much every time I attend this conference. The variety of speakers, professionals, and resources is excellent. This conference is the best training I have ever attended. It is updated, relevant, and a great opportunity for professionals, parents, and individuals on the spectrum to assemble together and share information, ideas, and demonstrate mutual respect for everyone's role.”

As we navigate the COVID-19 landscape and with the interest of public safety in mind, we have decided to host this year’s International Symposium online. We will be hosting a virtual conference which will provide a fully comprehensible conference experience which will include:

• A virtual lobby with a 3D look and immersive feel• An auditorium for all speakers, keynotes and panels• An interactive exhibit hall• A poster session• A networking lounge

There are a variety of sponsorship levels available to suit your budget and philanthropic needs. All of which offer lots of opportunities for sponsor recognition and engagement with our attendees. We are also happy to work with you to customize a sponsorship opportunity that meets all of your needs. To secure your sponsorship or if you have any questions, please contact Steph Douglas at [email protected] or 416-322-7877 ext. 256

Presenting Sponsor$20,000

Titling• Category Exclusivity (only 1 available)• Exclusive Recognition (Geneva Centre for

Autism International Symposium presented by “Your Company”)

Special Benefits and Access to Delegates• Prominent logo placement and verbal

acknowledgment in the welcome message from our CEO in the 3D lobby

• Verbal acknowledgement during the Opening & Closing ceremonies

• Opportunity to have a video ad or introduce each of our three Keynote Speakers (including Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, Bridget Taylor and the renowned Temple Grandin) in front of 1,000+ audience

• Pre-eminent placement of logo on all email communications pertaining to Symposium pre and post event (reach of 50,000 individual people)

• Feature on our social media (20,000+ followers)

• Complementary exhibitor booth (2 staff)• Live notifications to visit your company’s booth• Complementary 3-day registration for 4 people• Promotional items in virtual delegate bags


Titling• Category Exclusivity (only 1 available)

Special Benefits and Access to Delegates• Opportunity to host, have an introductory message or video ad at both the Opening &

Closing Ceremonies• Prominent placement of logo in ‘Virtual Lobby’, Symposium website and event app• Complementary exhibitor booth (2 staff) • Live notifications to visit your company’s booth• Complementary 3-day registration for 3 people• Promotional items in virtual delegate bags• Prominent placement of logo on all email communications pertaining to Symposium pre

and post event (reach of 50,000 individual people)• Company logo and hyperlink on Symposium 2020 website• Mention on social media channels (20,000+ followers)

Opening & Closing Ceremonies Sponsor$15,000



Special Benefits and Access to Delegates• Pop-up ad before each coffee break throughout the three day conference• Complementary exhibitor booth (2 staff) • Complementary 3-day registration for 2 people• Verbal acknowledgement during the welcome message from our CEO• Promotional items virtual delegate bag• Placement of logo on all email communications pertaining to Symposium pre and post

event (reach of 50,000 individual people)• Company logo and hyperlink on Symposium 2020 website• Mention on social media channels (20,000+ followers)

Virtual Coffee Break Sponsor$10,000



Special Benefits and Access to Delegates• Verbal acknowledgement during the welcome message from our CEO• Live notification to visit the networking room• Complementary exhibitor booth (2 staff)• Complementary 3-day registration for 2 people• Promotional items virtual delegate bag• Placement of logo on all email communications pertaining to Symposium pre and post

event (reach of 50,000 individual people)• Company logo and hyperlink on Symposium 2020 website• Ad included in our Parent Network (reach of 5,000 individual people)

Networking Lounge Sponsor$7,500



Special Benefits and Access to Delegates• Opportunity to host, have an introductory message or video ad before the session• Complementary 3-day registration for 2 people• Promotional items in virtual delegate bag• Placement of logo on all email communications pertaining to Symposium pre and post

event (reach of 50,000 individual people)• Company logo and hyperlink on Symposium 2020 website• Mention on social media channels (20,000+ followers)• Acknowledgement in GCA Annual Report

Panel Sponsor$5,000


Titling• Category Exclusivity (only 1 available)• Exclusive Recognition (Prominent signage

placed in poster hall)

Special Benefits• Opportunity to offer material and interact with

delegates in poster session area• Company logo on all email communications

pertaining to Symposium pre and post event (reach of 50,000 individual people)

• Mention on social media channels (20,000+ followers)

• Promotional items in virtual delegate bags• Company logo and link on Symposium 2020

website

Research Poster Sponsor$3,500


Special Benefits• Opportunity for Company Executive to introduce

speaker• Verbal acknowledgment during the session• Promotional Items in virtual delegate bags• Company logo on all email communications

pertaining to Symposium pre and post event (reach of 50,000 individual people)

• Company logo and link on Symposium 2020 website

• Mention on social media channels

Session Sponsor$2,500


The cost to attend Geneva Centre for Autism International Symposium is often an obstacle for parents and individuals who wish to attend. For only $500 a sponsor can show their support to families by covering the cost of a 3-day registration for one person to attend the event. DOUBLE your impact for $1,000 & you can send 2 people, such as a parent and their partner or an individual and their support worker.

Special Benefits• Company logo on all email communications pertaining to Symposium pre and post event

(reach of 50,000 individual people)• Company logo and link on Symposium 2020 website• Mention on social media channels (20,000+ followers)• Acknowledgement in GCA Annual Report

Sponsor a family to attend $500 - $1,000


Add a flyer or promotional item to virtual delegate bags.

Virtual Delegate Bag $350


Corporate sponsors play an important role in helping to create new possibilities for children, youth, and adults with autism. Your support can truly change lives in our community.

A partnership with Geneva Centre for Autism allows your organization to maximize your corporate, social and community goals and demonstrates to your stakeholders your commitment to creating a better world.

For more information or to secure your sponsorship please contact: Steph Douglas 416.322.7877 ext. 256 or [email protected]


112 Merton St., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M4S 2Z8Tel: (416) 322-7877 | Fax: (416) 322-5894

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